Transition phase in Indian cricket has started officially Shubman Gill Taking charge as the new ODI captain of India. However, the spotlight on the giants continues Rohit Sharma And Virat KohliBoth have been central figures in India’s cricketing trip over the last decade. Former India’s all -rounder, with the pair near his international career Irfan Pathan It is highlighted what will happen for them to stay in dispute 2027 ODI World Cup,
Irfan Pathan on major challenges for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli
Speaking on his YouTube channel, Pathan admitted that both Rohit and Kohli have skills and hunger to play by 2027, which would be his biggest challenge to maintain ‘game fitness’. The former cricketer underlined that fitness is not only about physical conditioning, but also about the match-taira through regular competition.
“Rohit (Sharma) and Virat (Kohli) want to play 2027 World Cup, but game fitness will be a big challenge for him. Rohit has done a good job on his fitness. He is focusing on it. But if you are not playing regularly, both of them have to ensure some game time. Pathan said.
The former swing bowler also reported that long breaks, such as both batsmen taken after IPL 2025, can affect their rhythm and match fast. India’s recently announced white-ball squads for Australia’s upcoming tour include both Kohli and Rohit, which mark their return to action after a long absence. Pathan believes that such participation is important if they are serious about increasing their career.
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Pathan provides the route for Rohit and Kohli in the 2027 World Cup
Rohit and Kohli are no longer in India’s T20I setup, their international program has become naturally lighter. Pathan insisted that domestic cricket could play an important role in keeping them in form and rhythm.
“They are big players and know what to do really to do. They have all the experiences in the world. But since they are not playing T20 Eye, there will be big gaps between a few matches that they play before the World Cup. They will need a regular game time to fit it. Then their dream of playing 2027 World Cup will be true,” He said.
Pathan’s comments come in the midst of increasing discussion about India’s roadmap for the next ODI cycle.